Is Cheetos Halal?
HARAM
E120 (cochineal/carmine) - HARAM E621 - HALAL Product contains cochineal/carmine (insect-derived red dye), which is not permissible for Muslims. Therefore the product is considered Haram. Other additives like MSG (E621) are permissible, but the presence of cochineal makes it unacceptable.
Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients for halal compliance:
❌E120 (cochineal/carmine)HARAM
✅E621HALAL
📋 Summary
This product contains ingredients that are not permissible for Muslims. Consider halal-certified alternatives.
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Last checked: January 13, 2026